Verse 3
1 Peter 5:3
Bible in Basic English
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Not as lords over God (Elohim)'s heritage, but making yourselves examples to the flock.
Original Language Text
greek
μηδ’ ὡς κατακυριεύοντες τῶν κλήρων ἀλλὰ τύποι γινόμενοι τοῦ ποιμνίου·
English Translation
nor as exercising lordship over the inheritances, but being examples to the flock.
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Chapter 5 Context
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I who am myself one of the rulers of the church, and a witness of the death of Christ, having my par...
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Keep watch over the flock of God (Elohim) which is in your care, using your authority, not as forced...
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Not as lords over God (Elohim)'s heritage, but making yourselves examples to the flock.
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And at the coming of the chief Keeper of the sheep, you will be given the eternal crown of glory.
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5
And in the same way, let the younger men be ruled by the older ones. Let all of you put away pride a...
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For this cause make yourselves low under the strong hand of God (Elohim), so that when the time come...
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7
Putting all your troubles on him, for he takes care of you.
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8
Be serious and keep watch; the Evil One, who is against you, goes about like a lion with open mouth...
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Do not give way to him but be strong in your faith, in the knowledge that your brothers who are in t...
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10
And after you have undergone pain for a little time, the God (Elohim) of all grace who has given you...
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11
His is the power for ever. So be it.
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12
I have sent you this short letter by Silvanus, a true brother, in my opinion; comforting you and wit...
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She who is in Babylon, who has a part with you in the purpose of God (Elohim), sends you her love; a...
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Give one another the kiss of love. Peace be to you all in Christ.
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